What was the title of Ed Sheeran first hit single?

Ed Sheeran’s first hit single was “The A Team.”

Released in the United Kingdom on June 10, 2011, the song was the lead single from Sheeran’s debut studio album, +. It introduced his distinctive blend of acoustic songwriting, folk influences and emotionally direct storytelling to a broad audience.

Sheeran wrote the song after performing at an event connected with a homeless shelter and hearing stories about people facing addiction and homelessness. Its title refers to crack cocaine as a Class A drug in the United Kingdom. Despite the serious subject, the song uses a gentle acoustic arrangement and memorable melody.

“The A Team” reached number three on the UK Singles Chart and became a major international success. It was also Sheeran’s first single to appear on the US Billboard Hot 100, where it eventually peaked at number 16. “The City” and “Autumn Leaves” are associated with his earlier releases, but neither was his breakthrough hit single.